Calgary Buddhist (Jodo Shinshu) Temple

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^New Introduction to Buddhism! The next session is scheduled for Sunday, Apr 18 at the Temple at 1:00pm. This is open to the public and great for those interested in finding out more about our Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism.

^Update Appeal for Volunteers - the Temple's assigned Casino fundraiser is set for Mon, Mar 8^th and Tues, Mar 9^th. Thank you to those who have already signed up but there are still vacant positions available. Find more details

^New Thank you! To our Jan 17^th Ho-onko guest speaker, Ikuta Sensei, our James Sensei, and to all the people who helped with set up and lunch following the service. What a wonderful way to start off the New Year!

Feel great about raising funds while you shop! The Calgary Chapter of the Women's Federation have gift cards for sale: ^Update Starbucks, Shopper's Drug Mart, Canadian Tire, Shell, and Esso (various denominations). Email for more information.

Read the newest issue of the Sangha - our Temple Newsletter

From Geisha to Diva: The Kimono of Ichimaru - A collection of 24 magnificent, rare kimonos and other personal effects that once belonged to Ichimaru, a geisha turned popular singer and entertainer in 20th Century Japan, will be on display at the Okotoks Art Gallery from January 8 - March 7, 2010. More details

Highlights of trip to Japan - Our Calgary Temple is part of the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist tradition centred at Hongwanji in Kyoto. In Oct '09, our Sensei James traveled with several Sangha members to Japan in order to meet Jodo Shinshu practitioners from different parts of the world and to learn of our tradition's history and current practices.

The video link below shows some picture highlights of that trip. There are also links to other Jodo Shinshu videos featuring talks by the Gomonshu - the leader of our tradition - and to other ceremonies at Hongwanji. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzqhzPikQg4

Special Invitation to Thursday Afternoon Services - James Sensei would like to extend an invitation to all, especially to our senior members, who would like to attend the temple during the day and still be able to sleep-in Sunday mornings!

Wisteria cell phone charm and many new ojuzus/nenjus available for purchase! Merchandise

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Address for the Calgary Buddhist Temple:

    207 - 6th Street N.E.
     Calgary, Alberta CANADA
     T2E 3Y1              Telephone: 1-403-263-5723

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Meditate with the Sangha

Every Sunday morning, from 9:30 to 10:00am everyone is welcome to join in a short meditation period as an opportunity for people to take a few moments to calm the mind and reflect on their own personal journey in a quiet environment. It is for both novice and experienced meditators. Basic guidance will be offered for those without any previous experience.

Word Power...

Shotsuki-Hoyo / Shotsuki

Monthly memorial service in memory of people whose anniversary of death occurs during that month. Sho means "joyous," Tsuki means "month," and Hoyo means "Dharma essence."

Ho-onko

A Memorial Service for Shinran Shonin the founder of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism who passed away at noon on January 16, 1262. Ho-On means "gratitude" and Ko means "to clarify the meaning." The memorial is observed in mid-January. Calgary recognized this day on Jan 17.

Jodo Shinshu

Branch of Pure Land Buddhism founded by Shinran Shonin. Also know as Shin Buddhism.

Shinran Shonin

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Messages to the Sangha/Community...

Gomonshu's New Year's Greeting

Socho Fujikawa's February 2010 message - "The time and tide waits for no one. The year 2010 is not new anymore and progresses on and on." Read more

Did you know?

That the Calgary Buddhist Temple was built in 1928 and it takes over $10,000 a year to operate the building itself. The ongoing operations of the building are made possible by your generous donations.